Monday, July 30, 2018
A Matter of Balance (Session 1 of 8)
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where:
Branson Missouri
Branson MO
Description:
A Matter of Balance is an award winning program designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase the activity levels of older adults who have concerns about falls. This program is taught by University of Missouri Extension Specialists and consists of eight, two-hour sessions. The sessions help participants learn how to view falls and the fear of falling as something controllable. There will also be information on how to set realistic goals for increasing activity, as well as how to change their environment to reduce fall risk factors. In general the program promotes exercise to increase strength and balance to help reduce the risk of falls in older adults.
Session topic:
Senior Citizens registered for the Matter of Balance course will be introduced to the "Matter of Balance," curriculum. They will also begin to learn some exercises that will help build their strength, thus reducing the fear of falling.
Registration:
To register call the Taney County University of Missouri Extension Office 417-546-4431
Land O Lakes Youth Fair Non Livestock Exhibits (Session 2 of 3)
When: Thursday, July 26, 2018, 3 p.m. to Saturday, Aug. 4, 2018, 6 p.m.
Where:
Ozark Empire Fair E-plex
3001 N. Grant Ave, Springfield MO
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Non Livestock Exhibits will be accepted from Cedar and St. Clair Counties only. Open to FFA, 4-H members and including Clover Kids.
Session topic:
4-H exhibits that qualified to be on display at Ozark Empire Fair will be on display July 26 to August 4 from 11am to 9pm.
Food, Culture, and Reading - Homeschool (Session 8 of 8)
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 11 a.m. to noon
Where:
Stone County Library system
322 West State Highway 248, Galena MO
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Food, Culture and Reading is a global education curriculum that uses hands on activities to learn about food, healthy living, and different cultures.Through experiential activities, youth will be able to recognize a variety of healthful foods, explore the similarities of food from various cultures, and develop an understanding and appreciation of cultures that are different than their own.
Registration:
Contact the library to participate. This session is geared to homeschool families but there is an additional program at 1 PM. more...
Food, Culture, and Reading (Session 8 of 8)
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Where:
Stone County Library system
322 West State Highway 248, Galena MO
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Food, Culture and Reading is a global education curriculum that uses hands on activities to learn about food, healthy living, and different cultures.Through experiential activities, youth will be able to recognize a variety of healthful foods, explore the similarities of food from various cultures, and develop an understanding and appreciation of cultures that are different than their own.
Registration:
Registration:Contact the library to participate. more...
Food, Culture, and Reading (Session 8 of 8)
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where:
Stone County Library system
201 Main Street, Crane MO
map...Description:
Food, Culture and Reading is a global education curriculum that uses hands on activities to learn about food, healthy living, and different cultures.Through experiential activities, youth will be able to recognize a variety of healthful foods, explore the similarities of food from various cultures, and develop an understanding and appreciation of cultures that are different than their own.
Registration:
Contact the library to participate. more...
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1 FBC (Session 13 of 17)
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Where:
From the intersection on McClelland and 32nd, head south. Use the turn lane to turn right into the Freeman Business Center. Park in the back parking lot and use the back entrance.
3220 McClelland, Joplin MO
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This is a low-impact strength training program for people who are 50 or better. The class meets for 1 hour, twice a week for 8 weeks to complete a series of eight exercises with a warm-up and cool down. This program helps participants increase their physical activity which may improve strength, balance and flexibility, resulting in reduced risk for falls, better overall health and greater independence.
Registration:
Contact Lindsey Stevenson at 417-682-3579 or stevensonlk@missouri.edu
Registration
deadline:
6/11/2018
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy- Level 1 Mercy Village (Session 17 of 17)
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 11 a.m. to noon
Description:
This is a low-impact strength training program for people who are 50 or better. The class meets for 1 hour, twice a week for 8 weeks to complete a series of eight exercises with a warm-up and cool down. This program helps participants increase their physical activity which may improve strength, balance and flexibility, resulting in reduced risk for falls, better overall health and greater independence.
Registration:
Contact Lindsey Stevenson at 417-682-3579 or stevensonlk@missouri.edu
Registration
deadline:
5/9/2018
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1- CCHW Swope Parkway (Session 5 of 20)
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Description:
SSSH is an effective strength training program designed to increase strength, flexibility and balance in a safe, structured environment. Participants learn exercises to improve their strength, flexibility and balance. Participants are made to feel comfortable regardless of their current fitness level so they can safely participate and gradually build the strength beneficial to health.
We encourage participants to attend 10 or more of the 16 total sessions. It is also encouraged that participants increase their weights as the class progresses to build strength in their muscles.
Stay Strong Stay Healthy Level 2 (Session 12 of 18)
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Where:
510 Jackson Road Ste A, Boonville MO
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Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) program is designed to increase independent living older adults’ access to a safe, structured, and effective strength training program. Stay Strong, Stay Healthy- Level 2 is a follow-up to Level 1. It is for those who want to challenge themselves a bit more! Over eight weeks, participants learn exercises to improve strength, flexibility and balance. At each session, a prescribed set of eight to 10 upper and lower body strengthening exercises are done along with warm-up and cool-down stretches. In order to enroll in the Stay Strong, Stay Healthy–Level 2 program, you must have completed the Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-Level 1 program at least twice. Participants are made to feel comfortable and are encouraged to gradually build the strength beneficial to health. All equipment is provided.
Registration:
To register, contact the Cooper County Extension Office at 660-882-5661.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1 (Session 12 of 18)
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where:
510 Jackson Road Ste A, Boonville MO
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Stay Strong, Stay Healthy is an eight-week, evidence based strength training program designed for older adults who want to improve their quality of life and stay active. The exercises are easy to learn, safe, and effective. You will gradually increase your strength, endurance, and improve your balance.
Registration:
To register for this class please call the Cooper County MU Extension Office at 660-882-5661.
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy- Level 2 Freeman Advantage (Session 12 of 17)
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Where:
From the intersection on McClelland and 32nd, head south. Use the turn lane to turn right into the Freeman Business Center. Park in the back parking lot and use the back entrance.
3220 McClelland, Joplin MO
map...Description:
This is a low-impact strength training program for people who are 50 or better. The class meets for 1 hour, twice a week for 8 weeks to complete a series of eight exercises with a warm-up and cool down. This program helps participants increase their physical activity which may improve strength, balance and flexibility, resulting in reduced risk for falls, better overall health and greater independence.
Registration:
Contact Lindsey Stevenson at 417-682-3579 or stevensonlk@missouri.edu Or Jamie Gillmore with Freeman Advantage
Registration
deadline:
6/11/2018
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1 (Session 13 of 18)
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Where:
Located in the old William Kennedy School across from the Poplar Bluff public pool on the 3rd floor.
614 Lindsay Avenue Ste 3, Poplar Bluff MO
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SSSH is modeled after the evidenced-based StrongWomen program developed by researchers at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science at Tufts University. While the original Tufts program includes only women, University of Missouri Extension has adapted the curriculum to include men.
Missouri’s Stay Strong, Stay Healthy (SSSH) program is designed to increase aging adults’ access to a safe, structured, and effective strength training program. Over the 10 weeks, participants learn exercises to improve their strength, flexibility and balance. At each session, a prescribed set of 8 upper and lower body strengthening exercises are done along with warm-up and cool-down stretches. Participants are made to feel comfortable regardless of their current fitness level so they can safely participate and gradually build the strength beneficial to health.
Registration:
To register, please contact John Fuller or Pam Gray at the Butler County Extension office, 573-686-8064.
Miller County Council Meeting
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where:
134 Second Street, Tuscumbia MO
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Monthly meeting of the Miller County Extension Council to conduct business and plan programming efforts in the county. Meetings are open to the public.
Registration:
There is no registration required, contact the (Insert county name) County University of Missouri Extension Office at 573-369-2394 for more information.
Tariffs and Missouri Agriculture
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where:
Courthouse, lower level.
700 Main Street Ste 2, Trenton MO
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University of Missouri Extension in Grundy County will host Dr. Scott Brown on Monday, July 30, 2018 for a public forum concerning the recent tariffs imposed by Mexico and China and the impact on Missouri agriculture. Dr. Brown is the director of strategic partnerships for the University of Missouri’s College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (CAFNR). Brown joined Mizzou in 1989 as a research associate in the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute. He is an expert in Missouri agricultural policy, as well as the livestock market outlook and dairy policy. He has testified before the U.S. Congress on the quantitative effects of changes in federal dairy and livestock policies, and currently works with the Missouri legislature on the economic effects of state policy options on Missouri agriculture. He also provides regular market outlook on the livestock and dairy industries.
The event will take place in the basement conference room of the Willis Alexander Student Building on the North Central Missouri College campus, 1402 Main Street, Trenton, MO. There is no cost to attend.
FCS Financial is sponsoring a light supper. Please make reservations for supper. For more information and to reserve a meal, please call the extension office at 660-357-6582, University of Missouri Extension programs are open to all.
Registration:
For more information and to reserve a meal, please call the extension office at 660-357-6582.
Registration
deadline:
7/29/2018
Gasconade County Extension Council Meeting
When: Monday, July 30, 2018, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:
Gasconade County Farm Bureau Meeting Room
1106 West Hwy. 28, Owensville MO
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Regular meeting of the Gasconade County Extension council. The Gasconade County MU county extension council, made up of elected, appointed and delegated citizens helps guide local MU Extension educational programming. County council members are partners in the educational process, from needs assessment through program implementation and evaluation of outcomes.